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TDOE Announces Year-Over-Year Improvement Across All Subject Areas

  • 7/8/2025

Today, the Tennessee Department of Education released the 2024-25 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) state and district-level results, which include both fall 2024 end-of-course (EOC) exams and spring 2025 exams in English language arts (ELA), mathematics, science and social studies. Officials said, "Together, teachers, administrators, families and elected officials continue to use practices and programs proven to support students. The 2024-25 TCAP results demonstrate student performance improvements across tested grades and subjects." “We are encouraged to see improvements across all subject areas. This year’s TCAP results reflect Tennessee’s strong commitment ... (click for more)

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Resident Dora Wyatt celebrates July 4th with Lantern Program Director Kelly Nichols at The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Collegedale
Resident Dora Wyatt celebrates July 4th with Lantern Program Director Kelly Nichols at The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Collegedale

13 People Killed, Over 135 Injured In Georgia During Independence Day Holiday Travel Period

  • 7/8/2025

During the 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period, Georgia State Patrol troopers investigated eight fatal traffic crashes, while local law enforcement agencies investigated an additional five, resulting in a total of 13 traffic-related deaths statewide. The holiday travel period began at 6 p.m. on Thursday and ended at 11:59 p.m. ... (click for more)

Sam Elliott Named Chairman Of Tennessee Bar Foundation Board Of Trustees

  • 7/8/2025

Sam D. Elliott, a member of Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott & Cannon, PLLC, assumed the chairmanship of the Tennessee Bar Foundation Board of Trustees on July 1. A member of the board since 2019, Mr. Elliott will serve a one-year term as chairman. The Tennessee Bar Foundation was established in 1982. Its mission is to administer Tennessee’s ... (click for more)

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1-800-STRIPER Paved Lot Maintenance Comes To Chattanooga
  • Business
  • 7/8/2025

The newest 1-800-STRIPER franchise rolled out in Chattanooga in June, a business that restores commercial and industrial parking lots—as well as plenty of other paved areas. Officials said, "1-800-STRIPER was founded more than 25 years ago on the belief that businesses don’t need to spend a fortune on parking lot repairs and maintenance to make a good impression. Often, a fresh set of lines is all that’s needed." The striping company offers customized layouts for parking lots ... more

Don't Cut Off St. Elmo
  • 7/8/2025

The Riverwalk is one of Chattanooga’s crown jewels, and as a frequent user, I’m excited about the planned improvements to the South Broad section. These upgrades will undoubtedly enhance an already vibrant part of our city. However, I have serious concerns about the current planning. As of now, there is no detour planned during the closure, which will effectively cut off St. Elmo from the rest of the city for nearly a year. For many residents in St. Elmo and the South ... more

Isabella Johnson First Round Leader At Tennessee Women’s Amateur
Isabella Johnson First Round Leader At Tennessee Women’s Amateur
  • 7/8/2025

Despite being only 18-years old, Isabella Johnson has shown wisdom beyond her years when it comes to unlocking the mystery of how to successfully navigate around the historic ... more

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